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LIFE SAFETY & INCIDENT MANAGEMENT

Ceiling Mount
Speakers and
Speaker-Strobes
Genesis LED GCS Series

S218,
S5389

7320­1657:0516

Overview
Genesis LED GCS Series speakers and speaker-strobes
combine high performance output with a sleek low profile
design and energy-efficient technology that makes them less
expensive to install and operate. High performance LEDs require
fewer power supplies, backup power, and batteries. These
new appliances are designed with energy-efficiency, and life
safety in mind.
Speakers feature selectable wattage taps, while speaker-
strobes allow for both wattage and light output levels to be
configured in the field. Both settings remain clearly visible
— even after final installation. Speakers are also capable of
both 25V and 70V and voltage in a single model with a field
selectable switch. All this flexibility allows devices to be easily
fine-tuned to exactly how they’re needed to perform. All Genesis
speakers include a DC blocking capacitor to allow electrical
supervision of the audio distribution circuit.
Genesis LED GCS Series uses high efficiency optics, combined
with patented electronics, to deliver a highly controlled and
efficiently focused light distribution pattern in exchange for lower
current requirements. Strobes feature field-selectable 15, 30,75,
or 115 cd light output.
Compared with Xenon-type strobes, Genesis LED GCS Series
appliances offer greatly reduced current draw which provides
benefits in longer circuit lengths, more devices per circuit, smaller
wire gauge and reduced power supply quantities for an installation.
They are also backwards compatible with legacy strobes, so
there’s no need to replace all your existing devices to upgrade to
new LED technology. In fact, GCS strobes can be mixed on the
same circuit and used in the same field of view as Xenon-based
strobes. This makes Genesis LED GCS Series ideal for new
installations and retrofits alike.
Field-configurable sound output levels provide the flexibility
modern life safety projects demand, while the Genesis LED
control protocol keeps multiple strobes on compatible NAC
circuits synchronized to well within NFPA 72 requirements.
They also meet NFPA and UL 520Hz requirements for sleeping
areas making them ideal for new construction or retrofits.
GCS Series speakers produce crisp, clear voice audio output
that is highly intelligible over large areas. In an emergency,
intelligibility is critical to life safety. Understanding the content of
the message is as important as knowing there is an emergency.
Intelligibility is measured in Speech Transmission Index and
anything above .76 is considered excellent. GCS Series
speakers deliver audio with an STI of .81 ensuring the message
is clear.
Serviceability is another area where GCS Series appliances
shine. The universal room side wiring plate allows for pre-
installation and electrical wiring as well as checking continuity with
the included diagnostics check bar. GCS Series devices can then
be easily snapped into place with the confidence of knowing the
wiring is correct. The innovative under-cover diagnostic test points
provide easy access to device circuit testing while mounted.

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Standard Features
• High Fidelity performance with excellent STI
– Increased sound fidelity and audio intelligibility
with an STI rating of .81 (More than .76 is excellent)
• Low Frequency (520Hz) capable
– Low frequency output meets NFPA standards for
newly constructed commercial sleeping areas
• High Performance LED Strobe Technology
– Ultra low device current consumption allows:
– More devices per circuit
– Ability to use lower gauge wire
– Longer wire runs
– Fewer booster power supplies
– High efficiency optics
– Selectable 15, 30, 75, or 115 cd light output
– LED devices may be mixed with legacy Xenon strobes
on the same circuit and in the same field of view
• Field flexibility
– Speakers are also capable of both 25V and 70V and
voltage in a single model with a field selectable switch
– Speakers feature selectable wattage taps for ¼W, ½W,
1W, and 2W to configure sound output levels in the field
• Low-profile Design
– Ultra-slim... protrudes about 1.5" from the mounting surface
– Attractive appearance... no visible mounting screws
• Multiple “FIRE” Marking Options
– Order English, French, Spanish or no FIRE markings
– Change markings at any time with replaceable
quick-swap covers
• Easy to Install
– Pre-install and pre-wire with convenient universal room
side wiring plate
– Check electrical continuity on room side wiring plate
with included diagnostics check bar
– Diagnostics port streamlines device circuit testing
– Fits 2-gang and 4-inch square electrical boxes
– Optional red and white trim plates available
– Slide switches for field configuration
– 12 to 18 AWG in-out screw terminals for quick wiring
• Current draw is the same for all candela output settings
– Easier for new system design
– Flexible for future changes in light output needs
Application
Strobes
Genesis GCS Series strobes are UL 1971-listed for use indoors
as wall or ceiling public-mode notification appliances for the
hearing impaired. Prevailing codes require strobes to be used
where ambient noise conditions exceed 105 dBA (87 dBA in
Canada), where occupants use hearing protection, and in areas
of public accommodation as defined in the Americans with
Disabilities Act.
Synchronization is important in order to avoid triggering seizures
in people with photosensitive epilepsy. All Genesis strobes exceed
UL synchronization requirements (within 10 milliseconds over a
two-hour period) when used with a synchronization source. See
the specifications table for a list of compatible sources.
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Speakers
The suggested sound pressure level for each signaling zone used
with alert or alarm signals is a minimum of 15 dB above the aver-
age ambient sound level or 5 dB above the maximum sound level
having a duration of at least 60 seconds, whichever is greater. This
is measured 5 feet (1.5 m) above the floor.
Doubling the distance from the signal to the ear will theoretically
cause a 6 dB reduction in the received sound pressure level. The
actual effect depends on the acoustic properties of materials in the
space. Doubling the power output of a device (e.g.: a speaker from
1W to 2W) will increase the sound pressure level by 3dBA.
High Fidelity Sound
Genesis LED GCS Series High Fidelity appliances feature 87dB of
sound output along with a highly intelligible Speech Transmission
Index (STI) rating of .81. An STI rating above .76 is considered
excellent for speech intelligibility They are also effective in areas
subject to high levels of ambient noise.
These appliances are ideal for hotels, dormitories and other
residential occupancies that have sleeping areas that require 520Hz
tones. In sleeping areas, always ensure that the wattage tap of the
speaker is set sufficiently high so that the sound pressure reaches
at least 75 dBA at the pillow.
These appliances are part of an end-to-end audio system
approved for use in sleeping areas when used in conjunction
with approved audio hardware and a factory-supplied 520 Hz
tone. Check the System Compatibility List for other 520 Hz
signaling requirements.
Installation
Genesis GCS speakers and speaker-strobes mount to the
required GRSW room side wiring plate. The GRSW mounting
plate is ordered separately from the GCS device in packs of
10 (GRSW-10) for convenient pre-installing and pre-wiring.
The device can be removed easily from the room side wiring
plate by pushing up with a screwdriver. The cover can also be
removed from the device easily with a screwdriver to access the
light and sound output settings and a diagnostics test port for
voltage testing.
Genesis LED GCS Series speakers and speaker-strobes mount
to any standard two-gang and 4-inch square electrical box.
Matching optional GCT trim rings are available to cover oversized
openings. Optional color matched double-gang surface boxes
are also available.
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Installation Dimensions
GCS Notification Appliances
Electrical Box

GCT Trim Plate (optional)

Removing Cover

Wiring
Removing Device

Speaker Speaker
Circuit In Circuit Out

Strobe Strobe
Circuit In Circuit Out

Shorting Clip

Test points indicated above are used to validate the Notification Appliance Circuit and verify device function.

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Diagnostics Operating current
Strobes
Strobe Circuit Test Points Strobe setting 16 to 33 VDC 16 to 33 VFWR
15, 30, 75, 115 35 mA 45 mA
Note: Current draw is the same for all candela settings

Sound Level Output

Voltage Wattage Reverberant Anechoic (CAN/
setting setting (UL 1480) ULC-S541)
¼W 78 77
½W 81 80
25V / 70V
1W 84 83
2W 87 86
Speaker Circuit Test Points

Sound Output
Sound pattern (ULC)
Axis Angle Change in output
120° and 60° –3 dBA
Horizontal
140° and 40° –6 dBA
Field Configuration Vertical
120° and 60° –3 dBA
145° and 40° –6 dBA
Genesis LED speakers are capable of both 25V and 70V operation
depending on the system, The voltage is set via a switch under
the cover. Speakers also may be set for ¼, ½, 1, or 2 watt
operation. The wattage setting is visible through a small window
on the side of the device and is changed by simply sliding the
switch under the cover until the desired setting appears in the
Light Distribution
window. The speaker does not have to be removed to change
the wattage, only the cover skin. Horizontal Left Horizontal Right

Genesis LED clear strobes and speaker-strobes may be set

for 15, 30, 75, or 115 candela output. The output setting is
changed by simply removing the cover and sliding the candela
switch to the desired setting. The device does not have to be
removed from the wall to change the output setting. The setting
remains visible through a small window on the left-hand side of
the device after the cover is closed.

Light and Sound Output Settings

Light Output Setting (Candela)

Measured Vertical Bottom

Sound Settings (Watts and Volts)
UL Minimum

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Ordering Information
Notification Appliances Color Marking Replacement Appliance Covers Color Marking

GCSRF Red FIRE GCSRA-CVR Red ALERT

GCSRF-FR Red FEU GCSRF-CVR Red FIRE
GCSRF-SP Red FUEGO GCSRF-FR-CVR Red FEU
GCSRF-SP-CVR Red FUEGO
GCSRN Red None
GCSRN-CVR Red None
GCSWF White FIRE
GCSWA-CVR White ALERT
Speakers GCSWF-FR White FEU Speaker GCSWF-CVR White FIRE
GCSWF-SP White FUEGO Covers
GCSWF-FR-CVR White FEU
GCSWN White None GCSWF-SP-CVR White FUEGO
GCSWA White ALERT GCSWN-CVR White None

GCSVRF Red FIRE GCSVRA-CVR Red ALERT

GCSVRF-FR Red FEU GCSVRF-CVR Red FIRE

GCSVRF-SP Red FUEGO GCSVRF-FR-CVR Red FEU

GCSVRF-SP-CVR Red FUEGO
GCSVRN Red None
GCSVRN-CVR Red None
GCSVWF White FIRE
GCSVWA-CVR White ALERT
Speaker- GCSVWF-FR White FEU Speaker- GCSVWF-CVR White FIRE
strobes GCSVWF-SP White FUEGO strobe Covers
GCSVWF-FR-CVR White FEU
GCSVWN White None GCSVWF-SP-CVR White FUEGO
GCSVWA White ALERT GCSVWN-CVR White None

Accessories

Room Side Wiring

Trim plate, GC Series, Trim plate, GC Series,
GRSW-10 Plate 10 pack (required, GCTR GCTW
red white
ordered separately)

Two-gang surface Two-gang surface

27193-21 27193-26
mount box, red mount box, white

Model Number Syntax, Appliances Model Number Syntax, Replacement Covers

Genesis Series Genesis Series
GCS = Ceiling mount appliances GCS = Ceiling mount appliances

Housing Color Housing Color

R = Red R = Red
W = White W = White

Cover
GCSVRF Housing Marking
N = None
GCSVRF-CVR Designation
* ALERT Marking
F-FR = FEU available on white Cover Marking
F-SP = FUEGO strobe model only. N = None
Functions F = FIRE See replacement Functions F-FR = FEU
S = Speaker only A = ALERT* covers for more S = Speaker only F-SP = FUEGO
V = Strobe only options. V = Strobe only F = FIRE
SV = Speaker-Strobe SV = Speaker-Strobe A = ALERT

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 Specifications
Strobe operating voltage 16 to 33 VDC, 16 to 33 VFWR
Speaker operating voltage 25VRMS of 70VRMS (selectable)
Speaker frequency response 400Hz-4,000Hz
L I F E S A F E TY & I NCI DE NT M AN AGEM EN T Light output 15, 30, 75, or 115 candela
Contact us Strobe flash rate 1 fps (flash per second) approx.
Phone: 800-655-4497 (Option 4)
20 Ω max. between any two devices. To
Email: edwards.fire@carrier.com   determine allowed wire resistance, refer to
Synchronization
Website: edwardsfiresafety.com these specifications, and the specifications
for the synchronized signal source.
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Edwards CC Series Signal Modules,
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All rights reserved. Wire size 12 to 18 AWG (0.75 to 2.50 mm2)
Dimensions (Ø × D) 6.8 x 1.82 in (17.27 x 4.62 cm)
Strobe-to-box center offset -1.70 inches (-4.32 cm)
Compatible electrical boxes [1] 2-gang, 4-inch square
GCTR, GCTW 10.6 × 0.3 in.
Trim plates
(26.92 × 0.76 cm)
Operating environment
Temperature 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C)
Relative humidity 0 to 93% noncondensing
Storage Temperature -40 to 158 F (-40 to 70 C)
Red=RAL 3013
RAL Color
White=RAL 9002
[1] Electrical boxes must be at least 1-1/2 in. (3.81 cm) deep.
(2) Recommend electrical boxes be mounted at 81 inches AFF

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